Solar Power Profile - Regans Ford, WA 6507
More than 144 homes in postcode 6507 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Regans Ford, Cataby, Cooljarloo, Dandaragan, Mimegarra and Yathroo.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,851 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 8,597 kWh per day, or 3,138 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $3,832.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $549,133.375 per year.
Regans Ford and 6507 are also doing their bit for the planet too because this amount of solar power has reduced the yearly carbon footprint for the area by 2,196.6 tonnes. To put this into perspective, that's the equivalent amount of yearly carbon dioxide captured and sequestered by 324,114 trees, or it's equivalent to 18,305,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6507
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State Wide
1671st
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Solar Power in Regans Ford
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Regans Ford: Lake Nammen - approx. 14.6 km
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Regans Ford Demographics
Regans Ford and the postcode of 6507 has a total population of 389 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 182 households in Regans Ford, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1903 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Regans Ford is $1591/month. By installing solar power in Regans Ford, the average household could save 20.07% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $172504 saving over the lifetime of their loan, assuming they put the electricity savings toward their home loan, a $500,000 loan, with a 4% interest rate over 30 years. Electricy cost savings from an average solar system is approximately 3.87% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Regans Ford is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Regans Ford
CATABY WA 6507 is a small town located in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. The town is known for its vast wheat fields, beautiful wildflowers, and stunning natural scenery. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, and birdwatching. The town is also home to several historic buildings and landmarks, including the Cataby Homestead and the Cataby Railway Station.
With over 300 days of sunshine per year, CATABY is an ideal location for solar power production. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation in CATABY is 30-35 degrees to the north to maximise solar yields. While shading can be an issue in some areas, experienced solar installers in CATABY can help design and install solar systems that are optimised for the local conditions.
Installing solar energy systems in CATABY can provide significant benefits for homeowners and businesses. Solar power can help reduce electricity bills, provide a reliable source of energy, and reduce carbon emissions. With the increasing demand for renewable energy sources, investing in solar power can also increase the value of properties in CATABY and attract environmentally conscious buyers.